Top Five Ways to Protect Homes from Hurricanes
The Institute for Business and Home Safety has outlined five ways to better protect homes from damaging wind and rain this hurricane season.
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Evacuation Plans
When community evacuations become necessary, local officials provide information to the public through the media. In some circumstances, other warning methods such as sirens or telephone calls are also used. Additionally, there may be circumstances...
How to Build a Family Emergency Supply Kit
A hurricane, winter storm, earthquake, flood, tornado or any other disaster could cut off utility services for days and lead to evacuations or confine your family to your home for days. By taking the time to develop a family emergency plan and...
How to Create a Disaster Plan
Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but in many cases they cannot reach everyone right away and you need to be ready to take care of yourself for up to three days. Some emergencies can force you to evacuate from...